Upper Twin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Twin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 876 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 396 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01545 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Le Jardin VCOFI, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Twin Lake Dam?
Upper Twin Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Twin Lake Dam?
Upper Twin Lake Dam is owned by Le Jardin VCOFI, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Twin Lake Dam built?
Upper Twin Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Twin Lake Dam?
Upper Twin Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Twin Lake Dam?
Upper Twin Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Upper Twin Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Twin Lake Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.